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Trip from Verplanck, NY to Buffalo, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 25, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 28m

Distance

351.1 mi

565 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$57

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
7h 18m ★
6 AM
7h 28m
8 AM
7h 49m
10 AM
7h 35m
12 PM
7h 33m
3 PM
7h 36m
5 PM
7h 48m
8 PM
7h 22m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Verplanck, NY, NY

Verplanck, NY

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Downtown Buffalo, NY, NY

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Trip Overview

This 351.1-mile journey from Verplanck, NY, to Buffalo, NY, is a substantial drive that can be tackled in a single day, though it will take approximately 7 hours and 28 minutes of pure driving time. Primarily following Long Mountain Parkway and I-86, this route offers a highway-focused experience across New York State. With a projected fuel cost of around $58, it's an efficient way to travel between these two points. You'll encounter two planned stops, making it manageable for a day trip if you're prepared for the long haul, or you could consider an overnight break to enjoy the scenery at a more relaxed pace. The drive stays within the Northeast region, offering a consistent feel throughout.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

175.6 miles from Verplanck, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Long Mountain Parkway 107.6 mi 2h 14m
I 86 100 mi 1h 56m
NY 17 33.7 mi 40m
Genesee Expressway 32.9 mi 37m
Aurora Expressway 12.5 mi 14m
Varysburg Road 10.9 mi 15m
Big Tree Road 10.5 mi 15m
Leicester Road 7.4 mi 10m
Longest stretch: Long Mountain Parkway — 107.6 mi, about 2h 14m

Traffic on I-86

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

3 PM

~1,201 veh/hr typical · worst 1,535

Quietest

2 AM

~81 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

14.8×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Verplanck, NY and Buffalo, NY.

1

Start on Broadway

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broadway
2

Turn right onto Bleakley Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Bleakley Avenue
3

At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Albany Post Road
4

Turn right onto Welcher Avenue

274 ft · 13 sec · Welcher Avenue
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec
6

Merge onto US 9

1.8 mi · 3 min · US 9
7

Turn left onto US 6; US 9; US 202

0.2 mi · 12 sec · US 6; US 9; US 202
8

Enter roundabout onto Bear Mountain Bridge Road

128 ft · 1 sec · Bear Mountain Bridge Road
9

Continue on Bear Mountain Bridge Road

4.2 mi · 7 min · Bear Mountain Bridge Road
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Turn slight right onto US 6; US 202

319 ft · 7 sec · US 6; US 202
11

Enter roundabout onto US 6

295 ft · 4 sec · Palisades Interstate Parkway
12

Continue on US 6

2.5 mi · 3 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway
13

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.3 mi · 21 sec · US 6
Exit 18 Toward US 6: Central Valley, Seven Lakes Drive, New York State Thruway
14

Enter roundabout onto US 6

177 ft · 2 sec · Long Mountain Parkway
15

Continue on US 6

108 mi · 2 hr 14 min · Long Mountain Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Continue on NY 17

34 mi · 40 min · NY 17
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17

100 mi · 1 hr 56 min · I 86; NY 17
Toward I 86: Corning
18

Keep slight left at fork onto I 390

33 mi · 37 min · Genesee Expressway
Toward I 390: Rochester
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 6 Toward NY 36: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park
20

Turn left onto NY 36

4.3 mi · 7 min · Sonyea Road
21

Continue on NY 36

1.8 mi · 4 min · Main Street
22

Continue on NY 36

1.3 mi · 1 min · Mount Morris Road
23

Turn left onto CR 64

2.3 mi · 3 min · Perry Road
24

Continue on US 20A

7.4 mi · 10 min · Leicester Road
25

Continue on US 20A

4.6 mi · 8 min · East Buffalo Street
26

Continue on US 20A

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Buffalo Road
27

Continue on US 20A

11 mi · 15 min · Varysburg Road
28

Continue on US 20A

11 mi · 15 min · Big Tree Road
29

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 30 sec
30

Merge onto NY 400

13 mi · 14 min · Aurora Expressway
31

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 90 East: Buffalo
32

Merge onto I 90

1.3 mi · 1 min · New York State Thruway
33

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 53 Toward I 190 North: Downtown Buffalo, Niagara Falls Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Continue on I 190

4.9 mi · 6 min · Niagara Thruway
35

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Exit 7 Toward Buffalo, Outer Harbor, Church Street Use the slight right lane.
36

Continue on NY 5

521 ft · 21 sec · Church Street
37

Turn left onto NY 384

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Delaware Avenue
Use the left lane.
38

Enter roundabout onto NY 384

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Niagara Square
39

Arrive at destination

NY 384

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 7-hour, 28-minute drive to Buffalo, starting early is key to avoiding potential traffic and maximizing daylight. With two recommended stops, plan to break up the 351.1 miles into manageable segments. The longest stretch is over 100 miles, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that portion. Given the highway-focused nature and the $58 estimated fuel cost, it's a route where you can maintain a good pace. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 107.6-mile stretch on Long Mountain Parkway, to ensure you don't need to deviate from your planned stops.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 175.6 miles from Verplanck, NY, or about 3h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.6 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 77 miles or 1h 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 175.6 miles or 3h 42m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buffalo, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Verplanck, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Verplanck, NY

This is one driving day of about 351.1 miles and 7h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Verplanck, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Long Mountain Parkway for about 107.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Edmeston, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Edmeston, NY

176 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Ellenville, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 77 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lakeview, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 175.6 miles from Verplanck, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Long Mountain Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best coffee break · around the midpoint

Roasted Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Owego, New York

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 3h 44m in / 3h 44m to go 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16072231652

Visit website

Roasted Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Owego, New York

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16072231652

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Dansville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Owego, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Stony Point, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Owego, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19499452000

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Bath, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Buffalo Double Decker Tours

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, NY

Hours: 12–8 pm

+17162469080

Visit website

Buffalo Naval Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, NY

Hours: Closed

+17168471773

Visit website

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+17166555131

Visit website

Buffalo Transportation Pierce Arrow Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17168530084

Visit website

Canalside

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, New York

+17164408919

Visit website

Veterans Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 7 am–10:30 pm

+17168471773

Visit website

Wilkeson Pointe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+17164367100

Visit website

Oldest Tree In Buffalo

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Buffalo, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 11.2 and 350.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
11.2 mi into trip | ~20m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward US 6: Central Valley, Seven Lakes Drive, New York State Thruway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 18 Toward US 6: Central Valley, Seven Lakes Drive,...
6
285.7 mi into trip | ~5h 50m in

Take the exit toward NY 36: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 6 Toward NY 36: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park
8
345 mi into trip | ~7h 18m in

Take the exit toward I 190 North: Downtown Buffalo, Niagara Falls

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 53 Toward I 190 North: Downtown Buffalo, Niagara F...
8
350.5 mi into trip | ~7h 26m in

Take the exit toward Buffalo, Outer Harbor, Church Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 7 Toward Buffalo, Outer Harbor, Church Street
7
350.8 mi into trip | ~7h 27m in | NY 384 / Delaware Avenue

Turn left onto NY 384 / Delaware Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$57.06 one way

$114.12 round trip

$4.13/gal 25.4 MPG avg 123 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.47 $61.76 $123.52
premium $4.87 $67.26 $134.52
diesel $5.40 $74.68 $149.37

Estimated Tolls: $0.31

Niagara Thruway (4.9 mi) $0.24
New York State Thruway (1.3 mi) $0.07

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$57

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$82–$107

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 122.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 105.3 1 $36.87 $16.85
Efficient EV 87.8 1 $30.72 $14.04
EV Truck/SUV 140.4 1 $49.15 $22.47

Gas CO2

123 kg

EV CO2

41 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Verplanck, NY

Evening in Verplanck on Saturday

Local time

5:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Buffalo, NY

Evening in Buffalo on Saturday

Local time

5:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Partly Sunny

NE 2 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 28m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for 83% of this 351.1-mile trip. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I-86 and NY 17, which are designed for steady progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 107.6 miles on Long Mountain Parkway, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While primarily highway, the route offers a practical and efficient way to cover ground, allowing for a relatively straightforward driving experience as you transition from the eastern to the western part of New York.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107.6 mi on Long Mountain Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Mountain Parkway and I 86. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.2 miles in near US 6.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 351.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 11.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 285.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 345 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Verplanck, NY to Buffalo, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Letchworth Park along the way.

Letchworth Park

285.7 mi in | ~5h 50m

About the Cities

Arriving in Buffalo, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1832

The largest city in New York State's Niagara Frontier, Buffalo is a city full of surprises. Though Buffalo is sometimes the butt of jokes about chicken wings, its long-suffering sports teams, and the mountains of snow under which it is supposedly buried each winter, those in the know tell a different story: one of vibrant nightlife, world-class museums and cultural attractions, tight-knit neighborhoods with strong community spirit – and the sunniest summers in Northeastern United States.

Top landmarks

  • • Buffalo AKG Art Museum — art museum in New York, US
  • • Buffalo City Hall — skyscraper and municipal building in Buffalo, New York, USA
  • • USS Croaker — 1943 Gato-class submarine

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 28m. Total distance: 351.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 28m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 107.6 miles on Long Mountain Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.31 in tolls one way, starting with Niagara Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Buffalo, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 11.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 285.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 345 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 14.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Buffalo, NY before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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